I have been working in mental health for 10 years with private practice clients as well as within the school district. My education background is in forensic psychology, which is tailored to view things through trauma-informed lens. My passion is geared towards more somatic based approaches as I am also a yoga instructor and massage therapist.
I am very client-centered and believe that the client knows best. My approach can be direct at times, and also works to guide the client to their own inner wisdom. I have a somatic-based lens, so that the client is working from both the body and the mind, keeping those connected for a more cohesive experience.
I allow clients to discuss what they believe is their biggest need and then become more curious about their coping skills and openness to different modalities or strategies within therapy.
